HT4623 My iPod Touch does not have "software update" button - what to do?

Wanted to download Google App but was told I needed iOS 5.1 or above 
I currently have iOS 4.2.1 (8C148)
The website for iPod Touch says go to Settings/General/Download Software but there is no such button.
My Model Nr is MB531BT
I have about 145MB left - is that enough?
Rohan

RohanLindsay wrote:
I have about 145MB left - is that enough?
No.
Looks like yours could be a 2nd Gen... If so... iOS 4,2,1 is as far as it can go
https://discussions.apple.com/thread/3382586?start=0&tstart=0
Connect to iTunes on the computer you usually Sync with and “ Check for Updates “...
If an Update Appears Install it...
if not... you are up to date for your particular Device...
See the Using iTunes Section Here...
How to update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch

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